Family Engagement & Services Specialist (Early Childhood)

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid holiday

Employee recognition program

Paid time off & paid sick days

Free preventive services & wellness

Medical, dental, and vision for depend

Health Savings Account

Life + disability options

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine & Concierge Services

401(k) retirement plan

Mileage & cell reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) is seeking a Family Service Worker to partner with families, assess needs, and connect them with program and community services.

You will promote school readiness, supervise children, and maintain health and safety standards in all settings, including buses and classrooms. Bilingual English/Spanish is required for Migrant programs; an associate degree or 18-month credential in social work or related field is expected within 18 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or related field within 18 months of hire.
• Associate degree in ECE or related field preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in an early childhood education environment preferred.
• Experience with culturally diverse and low-income families preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required for Migrant programs; preferred for Early Head Start.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with families in a partnership process to identify needs, interests, strengths, and resources.
• Act as liaison to program and community services to promote family well-being.
• Conduct family engagement services and activities in the family’s preferred language.
• Promote school readiness by preparing children and families for school success.
• Supervise children by sight and sound at all times and maintain health and safety regulations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Experience in ECE

Computer skills (MS Office, web-based)

Education

Credential in social work or related field

Associate degree in ECE or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC) is seeking a Family Service Worker to partner with families, assess needs, and connect them with program and community services.

You will promote school readiness, supervise children, and maintain health and safety standards in all settings, including buses and classrooms. Bilingual English/Spanish is required for Migrant programs; an associate degree or 18-month credential in social work or related field is expected within 18 months of hire.